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Dubai selected to host 2013 swimming world championships

Dubai Expert — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 09:51:54 +0000

Dubai was selected to host the 2013 swimming world championships on Saturday. The United Arab Emirates city beat Moscow and Hamburg, Germany.

The announcement was made by FINA president Mustapha Larfaoui on the second day of the current worlds in Rome. Larfaoui said it was still to be determined which period of the year the Dubai championships will be held. They are expected to be held indoors.

Shanghai will host the next worlds in 2011.

Bastakiya

Dubai Expert — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:11:05 +0000

Al Bastakia Area in Bur Dubai dates back to the early 1900s, and occupies the eastern section of the old town along the Creek, extending to a length of 300 meters, and depth of 200 meters in the southern direction. This area represents an important area in the history of architecture, and the urban development of town. The masons, who constructed the building, have left a permanent mark on the town’s heritage.

To the east of Al Fahidi Fort is the largest concentration of traditional courtyard houses within wind towers. In the past, the city was famous for a mass of wind towers which lined the creek on either side. These were not merely decorative but served as the only means of cooling houses in pre-electricity days.

Jumairah Mosque

Dubai Expert — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 21:11:05 +0000

One of the largest and most beautiful mosques is the Jumairah Mosque. It is a spectacular example of modern Islamic architecture and is built of stone in medieval Fatimid tradition, the mosque is a city landmark in Dubai. It is particularly attractive at night when subtle lighting throws it artistry into relief.

Dubai Ski Resort

Dubai Expert — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:00:31 +0000

22,500 square metres covered with real snow all year round. Ski Dubai has 5 runs that vary in difficulty, height and gradient, the longest run being 400 meters with a fall of over 60 meters. Test your skills on the world’s first indoor black run or practice your turns on the gentle beginner slopes. Skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels will enjoy these various slopes and snowboarders can also practice their stunts in the Freestyle Zone. Kids and parents alike will have fun in the huge interactive Snow Park, which at 3000 square meters is the largest indoor snow park in the world.

Features of Dubai Ski Resort:
22,500m² covered with real snow all year round – (equivalent to 3 football fields)
Temperature maintained at a comfortable -1º to -2º
85 meters high (approximately 25 stories) and 80 meters wide
5 different runs of varying difficulty and length, longest run of 400 meters
Full capacity of 1500 guests
Freestyle zone

Corporate and group bookings
3,000m² Snow Park with a snow cavern
Quad chairlift, tow lift and flying carpets
Mountain resort theme
Rental of quality equipment and clothing included in the ticket price
Qualified professional instructors
State of the art ticketing system

Changing areas with locker rental
Private kids party rooms
Exclusive retail shop – Snow Pro
St Moritz Café and Avalanche Cafe

Ski in Dubai – Dubai Indoor Skiing Resort

Dubai Expert — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 19:11:30 +0000

Skiing is now a very popular sport in Dubai. In the earlier times, skiing is played by those who are more “brave at heart” or those individuals who are more into sports. The popularity of skiing is such that it is played not only in temperate areas of the world, such as in North America and most of the European countries with pronounced ice formation. Today, skiing in hotter countries, such as Dubai is now possible, with the help of technology.

Basic characteristics
The second largest of the seven emirates of the more liberal United Arab Emirates, Dubai is strategically situated in the southern most shore of the Arabian Gulf. It has a total area of 3,900 square kilometers, which is large enough for a commercial development. The population however, is almost concentrated in the city proper. Latest population is approximately at 1.68 million, and is expected to increase to 3.5 million in 2010. More than 70 percent of the city’s population is expatriates, which is composed of Arab, Asians, European, and considerable number coming from Asia and Africa. Outside of the city, the population of the Emirate is sparsely distributed.

Dubai has a sub-tropical, dry climate. Most of the year, blue skies can be expected outdoor. Dubai as a whole is characterized by desert vegetation, and rainfall is infrequent and irregular. It normally falls during winter.

Carter’s at Al-Qataiyat Road – Dubai Nightlife

Dubai Expert — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:24:17 +0000

Stroll through the otherwise confusing myriad of shopping goods. Shopping for clothes are not enough top. A purely digitally produced show can be viewed here upon payment of this order.

Boudoir at Jumeirah Road – Dubai Nightlife

Dubai Expert — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 14:23:10 +0000

This French period-inspired restaurant/cocktail bar, are simple enough to have a sensible conversation for those who just want to tone down the fun. This is a Moulin-rouge inspired motif, where foreign supermodels can stay simply fun when they’re in the country.

Barasti Bar at Al-Sufouh Road – Dubai Nightlife

Dubai Expert — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:20:14 +0000

This is the best place to be when you are looking out for some laid-back and casual fun. The cozy feel that this seaside bar provides is enough to make you choose for simple and laid-back fun. You can choose to dress down with simple clothes, or just head out to the beach to chill out and listen to some music.

Dubai Travel Attractions

Dubai Expert — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:36:14 +0000

Dubai is a city of United Arab Emirates (UAE) and has a total area of 3,885 square kilometers. It used to be a fishing village, but because the city was forward looking, liberal and has an eye for commercialism it did not take long for it to become popular among traders and tourists. However, no matter how many foreigners enter the city of Dubai it still keeps its tradition and culture, thus making it even more attractive to those who seek to explore the exotic Middle East. Language is never a barrier in Dubai because even if Arabic is its official language most people can understand English.

As of the moment, the most popular travel attraction in Dubai is the sail-shaped hotel Burj Al Arab Hotel where every guest is treated as a royalty worthy of red carpet treatment. It boasts fine interiors designed by world-class designers, rotating king-sized bed that allows the guest to have a 360 degrees view of the environment outside the hotel and of course, the A-list guests that have visited the hotel since it opened. It is said that Michael Jackson once stayed in the hotel’s $9,000-a-night luxury suite. Whether you plan on staying in the hotel or not, it is worth the time and effort to drop by and see its grand architecture.

If you want to experience Dubai outdoors through sports you would never be dismayed from the wide range it offers. Golfers can practice their swings on the city’s championship-standard golf courses or just use a state-of-the-art video swing analysis. Since water hugs the shores of Dubai, it is no wonder why water sports such as sailing, fishing and scuba diving are very popular in this city. Dubai is also surrounded with sands; sand skiing and camel racing are also popular, especially with the younger tourists.

Another very popular attraction in Dubai is the city’s skiing facility and ice skating rinks. Yes, the desert has actually two ice skating rinks located in Hyatt Regency Galleria and Al Nasr Leisureland.

Famous places in Dubai are the Palm Islands and The World. These are artificial islands made by human.

For those who want to experience the not-so usual travel attraction, it is best to visit a mosque. Jumeirah is the largest mosque in Dubai . Prior booking is needed to roam Jumeirah every Thursday morning. The tour is supported by the community to promote better understanding of the Islamic culture and bring down cultural barriers. As a form of respect, female visitors need to cover themselves and the males need to wear trousers. Also, do not ever forget to take of your shoes before entering the mosque.

Finally, any visit to another country would never be complete without going to the bazaar. Once you visit Dubai, you will sure do some buying. The best way to experience Dubai shopping is by going to the open-air fairs where spices, food, carpets, hookahs, gold and textiles are sold by the locals. After visiting the open-air fairs, then you can go to the modernized and centralized shopping centers that houses international brands. For the shopping crazy, it is advisable to tour Dubai during the great shopping period held once a year for elated adrenaline shopping rush and more items to stuck in the luggage bag to be brought home.